Tense Up (Verb)

Meaning ¹

Become tense, nervous, or uneasy; "He tensed up when he saw his opponent enter the room".

Classification

Verbs of grooming, dressing and bodily care.

Synonyms

• Tense

Hypernyms

• Change State

Meaning ²

Cause to be tense and uneasy or nervous or anxious; "he got a phone call from his lawyer that tensed him up".

Classification

Verbs of grooming, dressing and bodily care.

Synonyms

• Strain
• Tense

Hypernyms

• Affect

Hyponyms

• Stretch
• Extend